1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 45 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 248 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, 2011 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Peugeot |
| Model | 311 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
