1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 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 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Xantia | 311 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
