2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 40 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 645 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 156 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
