2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | C4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
