1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 32 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 704 cc (2 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 126 (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 126 weights approximately 40 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 1996 Fiat 126 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 1996 Fiat 126. 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, 1996 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 126 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 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ak 350 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
