1997 Proton Persona vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Proton Persona is newer by 37 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Persona (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Proton Persona.
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, 1997 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Persona | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Proton | Wartburg |
| Model | Persona | 311 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
