1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 623 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, 2011 Kia Optima (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Wartburg | Kia |
| Model | 311 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
