1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 375 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 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
