1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Wartburg 311 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (86 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Aurelia | 311 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
