1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Ak 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ak 350 (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ak 350 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Citroen Ak 350 (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen Ak 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
| Model | Bianchina | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 25 L |
