1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 32 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Caterham 21 weights approximately 43 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, 1995 Caterham 21 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Caterham 21 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 21 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |