1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 7 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 615 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore 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 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ak 350 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
