1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Innocenti A 40 is newer by 11 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti A 40 (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti A 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 81 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti A 40 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Innocenti | Wartburg |
Model | A 40 | 312 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |