2007 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 690 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Accord | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |