2003 Audi A3 vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 40 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 690 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, 2003 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A3 | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |