1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Because 1968 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 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen Ak 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
Model | Bianchina | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 19 L |