1993 Chrysler Neon vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Neon is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 149 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, 1993 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Neon | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Neon | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
