1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1966 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Oceane weights approximately 365 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 1962 Simca Oceane 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 Simca Oceane. 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, 1962 Simca Oceane (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Simca Oceane 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 | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Ak 350 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
