1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 58 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 596 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Wartburg | Subaru |
| Model | 312 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
