1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 23 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 795 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ak 350 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
