1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 45 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 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Wartburg | Citroen |
Model | 312 | C1 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 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 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 41 L |