1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 697 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Ak 350 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |