1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alpine A 106 (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 106 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
