2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 237 kg more than 1955 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Xsara | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
