2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1956 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 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma II | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Shuma II | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |