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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). 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 120 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
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 | 1398 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |