1985 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 524 kg more than 1964 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 (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 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 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | CX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
