1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 312 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 600 | 312 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |