1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
Model | 1600 | 312 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |