2003 Proton Saloon vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Saloon (82 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Proton | Wartburg |
| Model | Saloon | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
