2008 Kia Rio vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 551 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Rio | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
