1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 13 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 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 411 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 310 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |