1961 Wartburg 312 vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Wartburg 312 | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Wartburg | Daewoo |
| Model | 312 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
