2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C4 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C4 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
