1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 2 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 535 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 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Ak 350 | Dino |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |