2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 666 kg more than 1955 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Diamante | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
