2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea 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 Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 190 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 Idea (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Idea | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Idea | 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 | 94 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |