2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 545 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Croma | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
