1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Colt | 311 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
