1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 14 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 124 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
