2002 Acura RSX vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1962 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 (193 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | RSX | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
