2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C 15 (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15.
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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C 15 | 353 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
