1969 Mini MK III vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1969 Mini MK III is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mini MK III (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mini MK III (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini MK III | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mini | Wartburg |
| Model | MK III | 311 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
