1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C3 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C3 weights approximately 559 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, 1999 Citroen C3 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
