1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 505 kg more than 1956 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Aspen | 311 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
