1974 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 11 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 660 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, 1974 Citroen CX (161 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
