1998 Rover 75 vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 32 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 455 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Rover | Wartburg |
| Model | 75 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
