1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 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, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Sunny | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
