1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1995 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1995 Ford Aerostar is newer by 32 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aerostar (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 910 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, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1995 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
