1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Lancia Trevi is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 205 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Trevi | 311 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
