2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 260 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Skoda Octavia | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Skoda | Wartburg |
Model | Octavia | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |