1952 Triumph TR2 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Triumph TR2 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Triumph | Wartburg |
| Model | TR2 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |
