1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 41 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Brava | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Brava | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |