2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 46 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 944 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | HHR | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
