1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 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, 1965 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flavia | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
Model | Flavia | 311 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |