2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Forester | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
