1973 Holden UTE vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | UTE | 311 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
