1961 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Wartburg | Fiat |
| Model | 312 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
