1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 35 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 595 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, 1998 Ford Laser (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ak 350 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Laser |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |