1951 Austin A 40 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 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 365 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 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |