1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 81 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Ritmo | 311 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |