1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1959 Wartburg 311 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Wartburg 311 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | 2CV | 311 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |