1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 25 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 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 127 | 312 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1048 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |