1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 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, 1998 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Berlingo | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |