1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1967 ZAZ 966 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 886 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 ZAZ 966 (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 ZAZ 966 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 135 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 1967 ZAZ 966 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 1967 ZAZ 966. 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, 1967 ZAZ 966 (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 ZAZ 966 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 | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Citroen | ZAZ |
| Model | Ak 350 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
