1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 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 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, 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, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
Model | Mono 1000 | 311 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |