2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 424 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C5 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
