1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 306 is newer by 40 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 605 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, 2003 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 306 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 | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Ak 350 | 306 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |