2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 586 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 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Sonata | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
