1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Visa | 311 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |