1967 Triumph 1300 vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1967 Triumph 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 1300 (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph 1300 | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Triumph | Wartburg |
| Model | 1300 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
