1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 52 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (87 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 472 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Wartburg | Nissan |
Model | 312 | Micra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |