1993 Plymouth Colt vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Colt is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 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 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Plymouth Colt | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Plymouth | Wartburg |
Model | Colt | 312 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |