1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1959 Wartburg 311

To start off, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 31 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 240 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, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 1959 Wartburg 311
Make Nissan Wartburg
Model 200 SX Silvia 311
Year Released 1990 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1809 cc 900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2460 mm


 

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