2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1958 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 C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C5 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
