1992 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 275 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 Hyundai Sonata (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Sonata | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Sonata | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
