1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
Model | Magna | 311 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |