1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1966 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta weights approximately 68 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 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 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen Ak 350 | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | Ak 350 | Zeta |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |