1956 Wartburg 311 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 312 (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 81 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:
1956 Wartburg 311 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Wartburg | Wartburg |
Model | 311 | 312 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |