1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 33 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 145 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento 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 | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Ak 350 | Seicento |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 35 L |