1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1966 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Citroen |
| Model | 312 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1408 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
