2001 Opel Filo vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Opel Filo is newer by 46 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Filo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Filo (123 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Filo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Filo (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Filo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Filo | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Filo | 311 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
