1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Lancer | 311 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
