1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 438 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 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Wartburg | Opel |
Model | 312 | Astra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |