1977 Simca 1307 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 21 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 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, 1977 Simca 1307 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1307 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Simca | Wartburg |
| Model | 1307 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
