1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1964 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1964 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Falcon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Falcon weights approximately 95 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, 1964 Ford Falcon (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Falcon 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 | 1964 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 700 kg |
