1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
Model | 850 | 311 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |