1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 262 kg more than 1955 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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Wartburg | Acura |
| Model | 312 | RSX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
