1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 240 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 312 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |