2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Palio (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Palio | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
