1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Cherry | 311 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
