1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Fiat Strada 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Strada (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Fiat Strada (91 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Strada | 311 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
