2003 Citroen C vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Citroen C is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Citroen C.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen C (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
