1985 Citroen CX vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 30 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1955 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, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | CX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
