1996 Toyota Celica vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Celica | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
Model | Celica | 311 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |