2004 Honda Fit vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 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 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Fit | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |