2009 Peugeot 206 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 206 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1959 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 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Peugeot 206 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
Model | 206 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |