1988 Citroen AX vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1988 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, 1960 Wartburg 311 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | AX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| 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 | 49 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
