1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 311 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Wartburg 311 (36 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
Model | 500 | 311 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 36 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |