1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 45 kg more than 1955 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Wartburg | Holden |
| Model | 311 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
