1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 889 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Wartburg | Jeep |
Model | 312 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2695 mm |