1952 Austin Princess vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 996 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | Princess | 312 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |