1992 Holden Barina vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Holden Barina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Barina | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
