1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Argento Viva | 311 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |