1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lotus | Wartburg |
| Model | Eclat | 312 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |
