2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 163 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |