1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 48 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 121 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Wartburg | Hyundai |
| Model | 312 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
