1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Stanza | 311 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
