1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 775 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 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
