1985 Citroen Axel vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Citroen Axel is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Axel | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 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 |
