1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Simca | Wartburg |
| Model | 1301 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
