1985 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Polo | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Polo | 311 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
