1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 732 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 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1337 kg |
