1986 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 16 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | BX | 312 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
