1967 MG 1100 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 MG 1100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG 1100 (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 MG 1100.
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, 1967 MG 1100 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG 1100 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | MG | Wartburg |
| Model | 1100 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
