2004 Opel Tigra vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1955 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 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Tigra | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Tigra | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |