2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 727 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Sportage | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |