1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 540 kg more than 1955 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Serena | 311 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
