1966 Holden HD vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 7 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 240 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | HD | 311 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
