1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 56 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), 2011 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura CSX weights approximately 383 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, 2011 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Acura CSX | |
Make | Wartburg | Acura |
Model | 312 | CSX |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
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 | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |