1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Wartburg | Westfield |
Model | 312 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |