1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 3 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 575 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, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
