1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | Mini Clubman | 311 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |