1982 Talbot Horizon vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Talbot Horizon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Horizon (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 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 Talbot Horizon (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Horizon | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Talbot | Wartburg |
| Model | Horizon | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
