1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 9 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Valiant | 312 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
