1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Wartburg 311 | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Wartburg | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 311 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
