1964 Toyota Corona vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Corona | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
Model | Corona | 312 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |