1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | Stola | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
