1975 Triumph TR6 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph TR6 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Triumph | Wartburg |
| Model | TR6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
