1965 Honda F1 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1965 Honda F1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Honda F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda F1 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | F1 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
