1962 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Wartburg 311 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Wartburg | Citroen |
Model | 311 | C4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |