2002 Citroen C5 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 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 C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C5 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
