1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 685 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | Golf |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |