1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 280 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 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Wartburg | Suzuki |
Model | 312 | SX4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
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 | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |