1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40.
Because 1966 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 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:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 40 | 311 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |