1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 312 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 376 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Campagnola | 312 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
