1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1961 Wartburg 312 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 1200 | 312 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |