1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 53 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 433 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, 2011 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Wartburg | Opel |
Model | 312 | Astra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |