1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Ritmo | 311 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |