1975 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Campagnola | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Campagnola | 311 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |
