1973 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Autobianchi A 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Autobianchi A 112 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Autobianchi A 112 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi A 112.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi A 112 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Wartburg |
| Model | A 112 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
