1973 Opel Rekord vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Opel Rekord is newer by 18 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Rekord | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Rekord | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
