1983 Hummer H1 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Hummer | Wartburg |
| Model | H1 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
