1989 Lada 2107 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2107 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 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 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2107 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lada | Wartburg |
Model | 2107 | 311 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |