2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Yaris | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
