1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 33 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 1010 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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | APV | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
