1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Prelude | 311 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |