2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1963 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 C4 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C4 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 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 |
