1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 915 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ak 350 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
