2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 40 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C2 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C2 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C2 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
