2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 48 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Smart | Wartburg |
Model | ForFour | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |