1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1962 Citroen Ami is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. 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, 1961 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1961 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Ami | 312 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
