1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Concerto | 311 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
