1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1976 Opel Commodore is newer by 13 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 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 680 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ak 350 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
