1967 Steyr 700C vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Steyr 700C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 899 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Steyr 700C | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Steyr | Wartburg |
Model | 700C | 311 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 642 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2460 mm |