1979 Toyota Crown vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 13 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 386 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Crown | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Crown | 311 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
