1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Wartburg 311 (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 126 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
