1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 42 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 753 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ak 350 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1358 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
