1974 Citroen GS vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 16 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 1,222 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | GS | 312 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
