1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Xantia | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |