1957 Suzuki Light vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Wartburg 311 (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Suzuki Light | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
| Model | Light | 311 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 992 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
