1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 17 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 275 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo 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 | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Ak 350 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |