1998 Holden Nova vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Nova weights approximately 105 kg more than 1962 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, 1998 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Nova | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| 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 | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
