1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Delta | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
