1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 51 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311.
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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Wartburg | Hyundai |
Model | 311 | i20 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2525 mm |