1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 1980 Tatra T613 is newer by 14 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1085 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 1980 Tatra T613 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 1980 Tatra T613. 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, 1980 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Tatra T613 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 | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | Ak 350 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
