1964 Trabant Universal vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1964 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant Universal | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Trabant | Wartburg |
| Model | Universal | 311 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 43 L |
