1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 21 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 310 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, 1984 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
