1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1971 Chrysler 160 is newer by 16 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 105 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, 1971 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler 160 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | 160 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
