2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 311 (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForTwo | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Smart | Wartburg |
Model | ForTwo | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 798 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |