1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 640 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 130 | 312 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |