1999 Suzuki Baleno vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Baleno | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
| Model | Baleno | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
