1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (86 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Duna | 312 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
