1999 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 790 kg more than 1956 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 Isuzu VehiCross (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu VehiCross | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Wartburg |
| Model | VehiCross | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
