1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311

To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Wartburg 312 1955 Wartburg 311
Make Wartburg Wartburg
Model 312 311
Year Released 1966 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 900 cc 992 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 37 HP 49 HP
Torque 82 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 73.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2460 mm


 

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