1963 Triumph TR4 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Triumph TR4 is newer by 1 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 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 5 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, 1963 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Triumph TR4 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Triumph | Wartburg |
Model | TR4 | 311 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |