1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1074 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 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ak 350 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
