1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1968 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corolla (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Corolla | 311 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
