2004 Dodge Neon vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Neon weights approximately 211 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 Dodge Neon (176 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Neon | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
