2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 33 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C1 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
