2000 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 34 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 55 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.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Jimny | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
| Model | Jimny | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
