1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 668 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 312 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Wartburg | Opel |
| Model | 312 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
