2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Picasso | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |