1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 14 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 210 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, 1977 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Spitfire 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 | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Ak 350 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
