1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Saxo | 312 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |