1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 339 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Xantia | 312 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |