2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 49 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1577 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 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Nitro | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
