1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1961 Wartburg 312 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | 15 | 312 |
Year Released | 1944 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |