1982 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Polo | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Polo | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
