1963 Wartburg 311 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2007 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 311 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Wartburg | Opel |
| Model | 311 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
