1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (50 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 205 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
