2008 Rover 25 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 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, 2008 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 25 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Rover | Wartburg |
Model | 25 | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |