1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
Model | Aurelia | 312 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |