2005 Honda Life vs. 1961 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1961 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Life | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |