2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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 Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Punto | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 900 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 | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| 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 | 43 L |
