2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 44 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 492 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, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Sebring | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
