1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | 15 | 312 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 970 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 |