1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 585 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ak 350 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
