2005 Fiat Siena vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Siena weights approximately 135 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Siena | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| 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 | 124 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
