1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
