1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 130 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
