2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C2 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C2 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |
