1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 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 8 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ak 350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen Ak 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ak 350 | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ak 350 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 37 L |
