1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1955 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
Model | Marcia | 312 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |