1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 40 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 155 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, 1961 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |