1961 Abarth 1300 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1300 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | 1300 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |
