1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 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 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa 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 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Ak 350 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |