1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 17 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 40 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Plymouth | Wartburg |
Model | Horizon | 312 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |