2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 47 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 500 | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |