1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Axel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Axel (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen Axel (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Axel | 312 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
