1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 49 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 625 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Wartburg | Citroen |
Model | 312 | C4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |