1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 39 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 550 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Serena | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
