2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 53 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 75 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Punto | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
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 | 94 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |