1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 38 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 106 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
