2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 Citroen Xsara (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Xsara | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |