2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 41 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 265 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Marea Weekend | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
