1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ginetta G12 weights approximately 182 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 1966 Ginetta G12 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 1966 Ginetta G12. 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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 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 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ginetta |
| Model | Ak 350 | G12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 54 L |
