1998 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 39 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 30 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Suzuki Vitara | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
Model | Vitara | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |