1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1973 Seat 127
To start off, 1973 Seat 127 is newer by 7 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 127 weights approximately 100 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.
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, 1973 Seat 127 (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 127 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 | 1973 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Ak 350 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
