2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 44 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 715 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
