1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 is newer by 52 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 271 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, 2010 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Wartburg | Peugeot |
Model | 312 | 207 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |