2002 Opel Signum vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 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 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Signum | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Signum | 311 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |