2005 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 191 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Civic | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
