1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1225 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 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace 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 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
