1984 Citroen LN vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | LN | 311 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |