2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 84 kg more than 1955 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, 2000 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Brava | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
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 | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |