1979 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | CX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
