2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C4 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
