2003 Subaru R2 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru R2 (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru R2 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
Model | R2 | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |