1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
Model | 850 | 311 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |