1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Wartburg |
| Model | Lanos | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
