1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1962 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, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 1967 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 NSU Ro 80 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | NSU | Wartburg |
Model | Ro 80 | 311 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2390 cc | 900 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |