1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 18 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 460 kg more than 1958 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Valiant | 312 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
