2002 Honda Acty vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 39 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Acty | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
