1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 16 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 480 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, 1979 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 160 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
