1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 ZAZ Jalta (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 ZAZ Jalta should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Because 1962 ZAZ Jalta 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 1962 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1962 ZAZ Jalta (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 ZAZ Jalta 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 | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Citroen | ZAZ |
Model | Ak 350 | Jalta |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |