1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 55 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 812 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Wartburg | SsangYong |
Model | 312 | Actyon |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |