1988 Citroen CX vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 288 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | CX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
