1998 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 40 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan Plus 4 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Morgan | Wartburg |
Model | Plus 4 | 312 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |