1972 Innocenti J4 vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 Innocenti J4 is newer by 6 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti J4 (56 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Innocenti J4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti J4 | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Wartburg |
| Model | J4 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 50 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
