2006 Opel Astra vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 50 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 555 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, 2006 Opel Astra (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Astra | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |