1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1960 Wartburg 311 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 310 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 1953 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 70 | 311 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |