1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Xantia | 312 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |