1963 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 8 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Vitesse | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Triumph | Wartburg |
| Model | Vitesse | 312 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
