1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 32 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 1,122 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Saxo (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Saxo | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
