1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2010 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 46 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Proton |
| Model | 312 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
