1971 Citroen GS vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 8 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | GS | 312 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |