1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 22 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Wartburg 312 (49 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 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 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Mehari | 312 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 40 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |