1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 24 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 160 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, 1987 Peugeot 205 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 205 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 | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Ak 350 | 205 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |