2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 52 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 510 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | HHR | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
