2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |