1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 520 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ak 350 | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |