2002 Acura RSX vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 262 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | RSX | 311 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |