1998 Acura Integra vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 38 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311. 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1960 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1960 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | Integra | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
