1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 8 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 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen Ak 350 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Ak 350 | 312 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |