2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C4 | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |