1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1959 Wartburg 311 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Wartburg 311 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 500 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
