1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Uno | 311 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |
