1978 Simca Horizon vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 19 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 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 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, 1978 Simca Horizon (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Simca | Wartburg |
| Model | Horizon | 311 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
