2007 Kia Rio vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 193 kg more than 1962 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 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Rio | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |