1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1955 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
Model | Beta | 312 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |