2006 Volkswagen Pickup vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Pickup | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
