1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 35 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 890 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 166 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
