1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 130 | 312 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |