1999 Holden Astra vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 186 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, 1999 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Astra | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Holden | Wartburg |
Model | Astra | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |