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Wartburg 311 1.0

General information

ModelWartburg 311 1.0
Year1955
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size992 ccm (60.53 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Displacement992 ccm (60.53 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power50.70 PS (37 kW or 50 HP) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Max torque98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke73.6 x 78.0 mm (2.9 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemAir

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0523 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3840 litres (1,015 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight970 kg (2,138.5 pounds)
Overall length4310 mm (169.7 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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