1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 17 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 245 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 1983 Skoda Rapid R 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 1983 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda Rapid R 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 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Ak 350 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 47 L |
