2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 558 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Colorado | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
