1982 Talbot Horizon vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Talbot Horizon is newer by 19 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Horizon (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 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, 1982 Talbot Horizon (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Horizon | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Talbot | Wartburg |
| Model | Horizon | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 43 L |
