1989 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | CX | 311 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |