1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1959 Wartburg 311 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 311 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |