1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 597 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Wartburg | Volkswagen |
Model | 312 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2604 mm |