1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 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 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Lancer | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
