1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 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 Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Scudo | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Scudo | 311 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |