1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 855 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
