1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 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. Both 1991 Innocenti 990 and 1963 Wartburg 311 are equipped with a 992 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990.
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, 1963 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Wartburg |
| Model | 990 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
