1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 56 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 320 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Wartburg | Kia |
| Model | 311 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
