1970 Skoda 110 L vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Skoda 110 L is newer by 10 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Skoda 110 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Skoda 110 L 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 1970 Skoda 110 L. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda 110 L | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Skoda | Wartburg |
| Model | 110 L | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |
