1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano 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 624 cc (2 cylinders), 2009 Tata Nano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Nano 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 Nano | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Ak 350 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
