1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 2300 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
