1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 301 kg more than 1963 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
Model | 312 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |