2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Smart | Wartburg |
Model | ForFour | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |