1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 25 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Tipo | 311 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |