1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Corsa | 311 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 992 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
