1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 833 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 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Ak 350 | V50 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |