2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. 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 Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Panda | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
