1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Uno | 312 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
