2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1966 Wartburg 311

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Subaru Legacy 1966 Wartburg 311
Make Subaru Wartburg
Model Legacy 311
Year Released 2003 1966
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 241 HP 50 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.3 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 7.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 43 L


 

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