2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 21 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Panda | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
