2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 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 (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Panda | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| 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 | 60 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
