1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 45 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 980 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma 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 | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ak 350 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
