1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
| Model | 1000 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
