2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1958 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 C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C5 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
