2006 Opel Vectra vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 543 kg more than 1963 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 Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Vectra | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Vectra | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |