2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 415 kg more than 1965 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Impreza | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
