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Wartburg 312

General information

ModelWartburg 312
Year1967
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating49.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size92 ccm (5.61 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement92 ccm (5.61 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power46.3 PS (34 kW or 46 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke73.5 x 78.0 mm (2.9 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed130.0 km/h (80.8 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0510 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3840 litres (1,015 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight914 kg (2,015.0 pounds)
Overall length4350 mm (171.3 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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