1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V50 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ak 350 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
