1992 Austin Montego vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Austin Montego weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 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, 1992 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Montego | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
