1974 Simca 1100 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Simca 1100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Wartburg 312 (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1100 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Simca | Wartburg |
Model | 1100 | 312 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |