1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | 700 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
