2005 Citroen C vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (59 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Citroen C.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
