1975 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. 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 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Fulvia | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Fulvia | 311 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
