1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1972 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Escort weights approximately 295 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort 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 | 1972 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Escort |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |