1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 30 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 405 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
