1963 Wartburg 311 vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 311 | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Wartburg | Subaru |
| Model | 311 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
