1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Vivace | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
