1959 Wartburg 311 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Wartburg 311 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Wartburg | Mitsubishi |
Model | 311 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2634 mm |