1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 309 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
