2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1956 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 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 807 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 807 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
