2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 448 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
