1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Fiat Dino 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Dino | 311 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 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 | 1400 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 43 L |