1957 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 301 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Wartburg | Kia |
| Model | 312 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
