1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 353 is newer by 7 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | 850 | 353 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
