1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1008 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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ak 350 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2807 mm |
