1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 18 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 305 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
