1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 647 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Wartburg 311 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Wartburg | Subaru |
Model | 311 | Outback |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |