2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 51 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 589 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Sportage | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |