1986 Lada Riva vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 20 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 100 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Riva | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lada | Wartburg |
Model | Riva | 312 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |