2005 Kia Carens vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 50 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 502 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Carens | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |