1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Innocenti | Wartburg |
Model | Mini | 311 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2460 mm |