1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 675 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 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | Bora |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |