2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 44 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 120 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Xsara | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 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 |
