2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 47 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 107 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 107 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
