1969 Honda S800 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1969 Honda S800 is newer by 9 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Because 1969 Honda S800 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Wartburg 311 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | S800 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
