1965 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, both 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite and 1965 Wartburg 311 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Wartburg |
| Model | Sprite | 311 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 36 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
