2004 Rover 75 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 47 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 625 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Rover | Wartburg |
Model | 75 | 312 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |