1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Ritmo | 311 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |