1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 726 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
