1962 Wartburg 311 vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 34 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Wartburg 311 | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Wartburg | Westfield |
Model | 311 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |