1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1964 Steyr 650T

To start off, both 1964 Citroen Ak 350 and 1964 Steyr 650T were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Steyr 650T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1964 Steyr 650T 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 1964 Steyr 650T. 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, both vehicles can yield 41 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Citroen Ak 350 1964 Steyr 650T
Make Citroen Steyr
Model Ak 350 650T
Year Released 1964 1964
Engine Size 602 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 605 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 1850 mm


 

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