2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 41 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 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 850 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Colt | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
