1994 Rover 200 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 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 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Rover | Wartburg |
| Model | 200 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
