1994 Opel Calibra vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Opel Calibra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Calibra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 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, 1994 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Calibra | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Calibra | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |