2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 500 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
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 | 68 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |