1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 575 kg more than 1965 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, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Wartburg | Kia |
Model | 311 | Optima |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |