2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (59 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 990 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
