1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 899 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | 595 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
