2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 45 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C1 weights approximately 195 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, 2008 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
