1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 225 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, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | Golf |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 41 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |