1965 Wartburg 312 vs. 1979 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, 1979 Simca 2 Litres is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 2 Litres weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312.
1979 Simca 2 Litres has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Simca 2 Litres will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Wartburg 312 | 1979 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | Wartburg | Simca |
| Model | 312 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
