2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 800 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 Lancia Phedra (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Phedra | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
