1951 Peugeot 203 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Peugeot 203 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 203 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
