1995 Rover MGF vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Rover MGF is newer by 40 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover MGF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover MGF (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover MGF should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 564 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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover MGF | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Rover | Wartburg |
| Model | MGF | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
