1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 206 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Croma (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Croma | 312 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
