1982 Suzuki Cervo vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 26 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 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Wartburg 311 (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Suzuki Cervo | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
Model | Cervo | 311 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 538 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |