1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 795 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |