1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 15 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 216 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | AMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Gremlin | 312 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
