1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 19 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 19 L |
