1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Peugeot |
| Model | 311 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
