1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Vivace | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Vivace | 312 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |