1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1963 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Panda | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
