1980 TVR Tasmin vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 57 kg more than 1965 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 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 TVR Tasmin | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | TVR | Wartburg |
| Model | Tasmin | 312 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1017 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
