1994 Citroen XM vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | XM | 312 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
