1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod
To start off, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod weights approximately 697 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 XR 8 Xplod (178 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod 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 XR 8 Xplod | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | XR 8 Xplod |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
