1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (91 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | ZX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |
