2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Skoda | Wartburg |
| Model | Fabia | 311 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
