1961 Wartburg 311 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 324 kg more than 1961 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, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Wartburg 311 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Wartburg | Honda |
| Model | 311 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
