1975 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
Model | Scirocco | 312 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1455 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |