1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 545 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Ak 350 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |