1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Fiat Multipla is newer by 31 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), 1996 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Multipla (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 350 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, 1996 Fiat Multipla (144 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Multipla | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Multipla | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
