1977 Skoda L vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Skoda L 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 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Skoda L | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Skoda | Wartburg |
| Model | L | 311 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
