1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TA 21 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
