2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 40 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Accent | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
