1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 39 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 765 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, 2002 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Commander 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 | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | Ak 350 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
