1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 124 | 311 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |