1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 84 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Beta | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
