1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 311 (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 500 | 311 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |