2001 Fiat Punto vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Fiat Punto is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Punto | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Punto | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |