1955 Riley Pathfinder vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 565 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, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Riley Pathfinder | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Riley | Wartburg |
Model | Pathfinder | 312 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 182 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |