1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 1967 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Visa | 312 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 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 | 800 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |