1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 46 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 400 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica 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 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Ak 350 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
