1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 43 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 670 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
