1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 311 (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Panda | 311 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 43 L |
