1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 38 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 329 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Xantia | 311 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
