2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Palio | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
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 | 90 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |