1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 37 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 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 375 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Peugeot 406 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
Model | 406 | 312 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1903 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |