1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 11 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 132 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |
