2005 Citroen C1 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Citroen C1 is newer by 47 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C1 (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C1 (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C1 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
