1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 625 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Ak 350 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |