1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 114 kg more than 1965 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Punto | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |