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, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 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 | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
