1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Abarth 124 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
Model | 124 | 311 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |