2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C2 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |