1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 685 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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | Ak 350 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
