1956 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 312 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 406 kg more than 1967 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | DS | 312 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
