1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 755 kg more than 1957 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Impala | 312 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |