2003 Proton 300 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Proton 300 is newer by 38 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 300 weights approximately 75 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, 2003 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 300 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Proton | Wartburg |
| Model | 300 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
