2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Panda | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
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 | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |