2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Xsara (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 358 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Xsara | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |