1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 585 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, 2001 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus 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 | 2001 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Focus |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |