1974 Austin Marina vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Austin Marina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Marina | 311 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
