1971 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 560 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 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Jeep | 312 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
