1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 396 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Coupe | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
