1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Wartburg 311 (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | 2CV | 311 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
