1977 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Civic | 311 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |
