1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 1963 Wartburg 311

To start off, 1983 Fiat Vivace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Fiat Vivace.

Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Fiat Vivace 1963 Wartburg 311
Make Fiat Wartburg
Model Vivace 311
Year Released 1983 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 6.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
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
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2460 mm


 

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