2001 Rover 75 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 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, 2001 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Rover 75 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Rover | Wartburg |
Model | 75 | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |