1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Peugeot 203 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
Model | 203 | 311 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |