1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124.
Because 1967 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 124 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
