2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Idea (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Idea | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
