1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1962 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, 1983 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 131 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
