1953 Talbot Baby vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Wartburg 312 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 2,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Talbot Baby is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Talbot Baby (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Talbot Baby should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot Baby weights approximately 696 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.
Because 1953 Talbot Baby is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Talbot Baby. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Talbot Baby | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Talbot | Wartburg |
| Model | Baby | 312 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
