1989 Holden Camira vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Holden Camira is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Camira weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Camira | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Holden | Wartburg |
Model | Camira | 311 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |