1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 500 | 312 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |