1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 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 Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Palio | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |