1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 312 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 46 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 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 1300 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
