2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Bravo | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 119 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |