1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 57 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), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 705 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
Model | 312 | Orlando |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |