1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 564 kg more than 1957 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
Model | Jeep | 312 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |