1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (129 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 690 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Wartburg | Fiat |
| Model | 312 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 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 |
