1966 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 8 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 258 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, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volvo | Wartburg |
| Model | P 210 Duett | 312 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| 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 | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
