1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Delta | 312 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
