1964 Volvo 120 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 9 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 120 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1955 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, 1964 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volvo | Wartburg |
| Model | 120 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
