1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 44 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 110 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Berlingo | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
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 |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
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 |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |