1985 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Colt | 311 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| 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 | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
