1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 1053 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 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ak 350 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
