1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 31 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 637 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour 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 | 1994 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Contour |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |