1978 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 410 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | CX | 311 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 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 |