1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Wartburg | Suzuki |
| Model | 312 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
