2004 Dodge Neon vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 49 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Neon | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
