1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1966 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 725 kg more than 1966 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 19 L |