2003 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (267 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
Model | Lancer | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
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 | 267 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |