1980 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 15 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 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Rabbit | 311 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1457 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
