2001 Lotus Exige vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 35 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Exige | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lotus | Wartburg |
Model | Exige | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |