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 |