1965 Moretti Panoramica vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Moretti Panoramica is newer by 10 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. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Panoramica. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Panoramica | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Moretti | Wartburg |
| Model | Panoramica | 311 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2460 mm |
