1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1966 Simca 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1300 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 385 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 1966 Simca 1300 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 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 1966 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1300 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 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | Ak 350 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |