2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 46 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 120 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lada | Wartburg |
Model | Kalina | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |