1995 Suzuki Cappuccino vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 35 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 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
| Model | Cappuccino | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
