2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C1 | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |