1987 Suzuki Alto vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Alto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Suzuki Alto (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Suzuki Alto | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
| Model | Alto | 311 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 547 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
