2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Lancia Zeta is newer by 45 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Zeta (134 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 632 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, 2003 Lancia Zeta (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Zeta | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
