2004 Rover 75 vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 38 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Rover | Wartburg |
Model | 75 | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |