2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 41 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 235 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C4 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1195 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
