1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 285 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Citroen Ak 350 | 1963 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Ak 350 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |