1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 44 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Optima (222 Nm @ 4260 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima 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 | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Ak 350 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4260 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
