1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1959 Wartburg 311

To start off, 1966 Fiat Dino is newer by 7 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Dino 1959 Wartburg 311
Make Fiat Wartburg
Model Dino 311
Year Released 1966 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2417 cc 900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.5 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2460 mm


 

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