2006 SsangYong Kyron vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1044 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Kyron | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Wartburg |
| Model | Kyron | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
