1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 41 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Caterham | Wartburg |
Model | C21 | 311 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |