2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is newer by 43 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream weights approximately 30 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C-Airdream | 311 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |