1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1963 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, 2010 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Wartburg | Citroen |
Model | 312 | C1 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |