1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 31 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen C 15 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C 15 | 311 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |