1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG Midget (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG Midget weights approximately 130 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, 1962 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 MG Midget 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 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Ak 350 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2032 mm |
