1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2004 Audi TT
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 38 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 370 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, 2004 Audi TT (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2004 Audi TT | |
| Make | Wartburg | Audi |
| Model | 311 | TT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
