1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 5 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 354 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Flaminia | 312 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
