1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Fiat 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 1300 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 1300 | 311 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |