2004 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Civic | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |