1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Citroen Dyane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 311 (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. 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, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Dyane | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
