1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Vivace (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Vivace | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 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 |
