1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 540 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen Ak 350 | 2005 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ak 350 | Idea |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |
