1990 Lada Samara vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lada | Wartburg |
Model | Samara | 312 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |