1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 797 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 Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1960 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1960 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Wartburg | Kia |
| Model | 311 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
