1981 Nissan Leopard vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1981 Nissan Leopard is newer by 25 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 280 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Leopard | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Leopard | 311 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
