1986 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 23 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 285 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, 1986 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
