1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 30 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 925 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
