1953 Abarth 103 GT vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 311 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Abarth 103 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Abarth 103 GT would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Abarth 103 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Abarth 103 GT (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Abarth 103 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1953 Abarth 103 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Abarth 103 GT | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | 103 GT | 311 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
