1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 88 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Beta | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
