2007 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Civic | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
