1971 MG 1100 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1971 MG 1100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 MG 1100 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 MG 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 MG 1100 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 MG 1100 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | MG | Wartburg |
| Model | 1100 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
