1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Peugeot 205 (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 205 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
