1963 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 877 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2012 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 311 | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Wartburg | Fiat |
| Model | 311 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
