1987 Citroen AX vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | AX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
