1974 Citroen GS vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | GS | 311 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
