1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 395 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Citroen |
| Model | 312 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
