1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1967 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Citroen Ak 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen Ak 350 (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Ak 350 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 500 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Because 1949 Fiat 500 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 1949 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen Ak 350 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ak 350 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
