2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Xsara | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 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 |
