2005 Scion xA vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Scion | Wartburg |
| Model | xA | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
