1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 885 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 Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |