2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C3 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
