1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 456 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Wartburg 311 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Wartburg | Nissan |
Model | 311 | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |