1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1956 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 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 406 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
