1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 353 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. Both 1955 Wartburg 311 and 1966 Wartburg 353 are equipped with a 992 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 353 (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 98 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Wartburg |
| Model | 311 | 353 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
