1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (145 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 680 kg more than 1964 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Zeta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
