2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Picanto (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Picanto | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
