1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1969 Volvo 164 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 164 weights approximately 755 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 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 164 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 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Ak 350 | 164 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |