1999 Opel Signum vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 116 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, 1999 Opel Signum (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Signum | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
