1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Palio | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |