1987 Citroen AX vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | AX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
