1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1960 Abarth 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
Model | 750 | 312 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |