1978 Toyota Corolla vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corolla | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
Model | Corolla | 311 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |