2000 Morgan 4 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
Because 2000 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Morgan 4 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Morgan | Wartburg |
Model | 4 | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |