1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 30 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Tipo | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
