1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1997 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1997 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 768 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Panda weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Panda 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 | 1997 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ak 350 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
