1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 6 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 7 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, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa 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 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Ak 350 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
