1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1961 Wartburg 312 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1100 (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Because 1958 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 1100 | 312 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |