1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Innocenti Mini 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Wartburg 311 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Wartburg |
| Model | Mini | 311 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
