Wartburg 312

General information
Model	Wartburg 312
Year	1961
Category	Small city/economy cars
Rating	49.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	900 ccm (54.92 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Seats	5
Drive	Front wheels
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front
Displacement	900 ccm (54.92 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 3 cylinder
Max power	37.00 PS (27 kW or 36 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque	81.00 Nm (8.3 kgf-m or 59.7 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression	6.6:1
Bore x stroke	70.1 x 78.0 mm (2.8 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Valves per cylinder	2
Cooling system	Air
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.0385 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	3840 litres (1,015 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes	Disks
Rear brakes	Drums
Dimensions and weight
Weight	960 kg (2,116.4 pounds)
Overall length	4310 mm (169.7 inches)
Overall width	1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height	1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase	2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	Germany