2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 405 kg more than 1957 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, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
