2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 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 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Ypsilon | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
