1965 Abarth OT vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | OT | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
