1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 48 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 647 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 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 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ak 350 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
