1990 Citroen CX vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | CX | 311 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |