1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | 750 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
