1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1967 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1967 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alvis TA 21 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 1953 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1967 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TA 21 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 25 L |
