1971 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1971 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Wartburg 311 (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Steyr Haflinger | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Steyr | Wartburg |
| Model | Haflinger | 311 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2460 mm |
