1977 Citroen CX vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen CX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 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, 1977 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen CX | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | CX | 312 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
