2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 42 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 817 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Punto | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
