1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 435 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 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
