1974 Fiat 127 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Fiat 127 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 127 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 127 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |
