2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C-Airdream | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
