1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 405 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Wartburg | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 312 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
