1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2004 Ford C-MAX is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 817 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, 2004 Ford C-MAX (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford C-MAX 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 | 2004 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
