2007 Honda FR-V vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 477 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda FR-V | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | FR-V | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |