1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (53 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 131 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
