1980 Fiat 131 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Fiat 131 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 131 (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 131 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1955 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, 1980 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 131 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 131 | 311 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |