1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 33 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Colt | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
