2001 Opel Vectra vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1963 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Vectra | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Vectra | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |