1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
Model | Flaminia | 311 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |