2009 Lada 21 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 54 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (80 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 135 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, 2009 Lada 21 (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lada | Wartburg |
| Model | 21 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
