1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1961 Abarth Monomille is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth Monomille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth Monomille (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | Monomille | 312 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
