1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 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 15 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | 211 | 311 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |