1962 Wartburg 311 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 55 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Wartburg 311 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Wartburg | Holden |
Model | 311 | Camira |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |